Dumbo Ear Betta Red
Betta splendens
Origin: Captive bred (Southeast Asia)
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 7 cm
- Min Tank
- 15 L
- Lifespan
- 2-4
- Swimming Level
- top
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- Aggressive toward male conspecifics; solitary
About
The Red Dumbo Ear Betta (also known as Elephant Ear) sports dramatically enlarged pectoral fins that spread wide like elephant ears, creating a breathtaking display when the fish flares or swims. The vivid red coloration covers the body and all fins uniformly for a bold, intense look. An extremely popular novelty form in the betta hobby for its dramatic visual impact.
Care Guide
Keep singly in a 15L+ filtered, heated tank with minimal current — the enlarged pectoral fins are easily damaged by strong flow. Perform 30–50% weekly water changes. Feed frozen bloodworms, artemia, quality betta pellets. Monitor pectoral fins for damage or infection. Avoid housing with fin-nipping species.
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